Chicago, Illinois vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 29.5% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $112,775 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in Birmingham
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Chicago, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  71.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.8% higher
  Commute
  36.2% lower
  Health
  38.6% higher
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  Personal
  11.9% lower
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